bartholin

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Noun bartholin has 1 sense

Bartholin, Caspar Bartholin - Danish physician who discovered Bartholin's gland (1585-1629)
--₁ is a kind of doctor, doc, physician, MD, Dr., medico

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Term: Bartholin

Noun:

1. Bartholin gland

Description: A small gland located in the labia minora on either side of the vaginal opening in females. It produces a fluid that lubricates the vagina.

Example Sentence: The Bartholin gland helps to keep the vagina moist and comfortable.

Adjective:

1. Bartholinian

Description: Relating to the Bartholin glands or their secretions.

Example Sentence: The doctor recommended a Bartholinian treatment for the patient's vaginal discomfort.